Nikola Jokic on why comparing NBA eras doesn’t make sense: “It would be stupid to think that basketball isn’t better today than it was 30 years ago. That would be like saying phones were better 30 years ago. Technology evolves, everything modernizes, and basketball evolves too.”

“I am ready to say [Wemby’s] the best player in the world… This is an unprecedented player.” — Chris Broussard (Via @FTFonFS1)

Keshad Johnson admits there was a "big elephant in the room" last season involving Jimmy Butler: ​“Last year, I would say it was a big elephant in the room... I believe Jimmy (Butler) was vocal about his decisions and his wants. So yeah, that does play a toll on the team and the

Mark Daigneault: “Lu acknowledged that the play was unnecessary. I don’t think my comments about Lu helped after the game. The timing was insensitive. I was in the mode of protecting my team. It was just ill-timed.” (Via @CAlmanza1007) https://t.co/8JhasCzCLA

Luke Kornet on his blog: “I would like to respectfully ask that the Atlanta Hawks cancel this promotional night with Magic City.” ( https://t.co/ChAwyISJTR)

Atlanta Hawks co-owner Jami Gertz defends the team’s upcoming “Magic City” promotion: “This is not a shameful thing... This is a family-run business and a family-run atmosphere, if I can say that.” (Via @JaredWeissNBA)

Keshad Johnson on seeing Victor Wembanyama for the first time: “Bro, it's not 7 feet, we are talking about 7-4, 7-5. You know, at that point it's crazy.” (Via @hoopshype )

Cam’ron went absolutely NUCLEAR on Luke Kornet and Al Horford for opposing the Hawks’ ‘Magic City’ night 💀 ​“Protest starts with this n****. I’m protesting you! Protest starts with that encyclopedia you wrote. I ain’t listen to half that sh**. F*** you talking about with all

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver on the league’s decision to cancel the Atlanta Hawks’ "Magic City" promotion: “When we became aware of the Atlanta Hawks’ scheduled promotion, we reached out to Hawks leadership to better understand their plans and rationale. While we appreciate the

The NBA has officially cancelled the Atlanta Hawks’ ‘Magic City’ promotion scheduled for March 16, per @ShamsCharania

Draymond Green on his ultimate goal: “I didn't set out to become the greatest player ever. I didn't even set out to become the greatest defender ever. I just always wanted to be remembered as a winner.” (Via @UnguardedPod)

Bobby Portis says the rumors of Doc Rivers retiring after this season are “cap” due to his massive contract: “I don’t think Doc walking away from that 15-16 M... Who walking away from 15-16 million? I don’t know too many people.” (Via @RunItBackFDTV)

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Bobby Portis on the chances Giannis Antetokounmpo returns to the Bucks next season: “I’m at a five, bro... I’m right in the middle. I’m at a 6-7... For real, it’s up in the air, man.” 👀 (Via @RunItBackFDTV)

Nikola Jokic pushes back on the narrative that there is “no defense” in the NBA: “That’s such nonsense. Whoever says that, whether it’s a coach or someone else, either doesn’t understand the game, doesn’t watch it, or if they do watch it, then they still don’t understand it.”

Former Warriors #2 overall pick James Wiseman is officially pursuing a music career and just dropped a new song titled "signs" Wiseman remains an NBA free agent after most recently playing for USA Basketball. You guys rocking with the new track? https://t.co/MTTcJAVWEW

Robert Parish says he once shut down Michael Jordan when MJ tried to brag about his 63-point game: 💀 MJ: “Chief, how did that 63 feel?” Parish: “Michael, how did that ass-whooping feel?!” (Via @hoopshype)

Jayson Tatum says his mother was crying in the stands watching him return from an Achilles tear 🥹 “She was just crying just because, obviously, she was with me the entire way. So for me to be back on the court obviously brings my mom a lot of joy.” (Via @ByJayKing)

Luka on Austin Reaves: “Playing with him makes my life easier.” (Via @DStarkand )